Driving Safety Tips

Obeying the rules of the road and using common sense when confronted with a roadside emergency are keys to a safe trip.

Rules of the Road

• Buckle Up – it’s the law.
  
  
• No U-Turns.
  
  
• No Stopping or Parking in the Travel Lanes or Medians.
  
  
• Always Signal Your Intentions.
  
  
• Keep to the Right – use the left lane only to pass.
  
  
• Don’t Tailgate.
  
  
• Adjust Speed to Conditions.
  
  
• Don’t Pick Up Hitchhikers.
  
  

Roadside Safety Tips

In the event of an accident or breakdown:

• Do not stop in the travel lanes. If possible, move well off the roadway or to the next exit, or nearest safe location. New York State law permits motorists to move vehicles to a safe spot following an accident.
  
  
• Activate emergency flashers.
  
  
• Place flares or reflectors on the shoulder to alert oncoming motorists of your situation.
  
  
• Do not walk along the Thruway.
  
  
• Stay with your vehicle and wait for help to arrive.
  
  
• If you make your own repairs, keep yourself, tools and parts well off the travel lane.

Safety is our top priority. Please help us keep the New York State Thruway one of the safest superhighways in the nation.